sustained

adjective

sus·​tained sə-ˈstānd 

: maintained at length without interruption or weakening : lasting, prolonged

sustained winds

providing sustained support

sustained applause

sustained flight

They can run at sustained speeds of up to 19 mph for considerable distances, and usually only make short flights in order to escape danger or flush prey.

—Marcy Scott

This degenerative disorder is theoretically caused by excessive and sustained forces of compression.

—Tracy A. Turner

Examples of sustained in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

The stock has risen 76.7 percent over the past six months, however, owing to a sustained post-election uptick which lasted until mid-December. —Josh Hammer, Newsweek, 16 Feb. 2025

But the challenge will be converting a short-term lift into a sustained boost to tourism. —Eleanor Pringle, Fortune Asia, 14 Feb. 2025

Chia Seeds Chia seeds offer a balanced mix of protein, carbohydrates, and fat, which supports a sustained cascade of energy throughout the day. —Cristina Mutchler, Verywell Health, 13 Feb. 2025

For sustained success and a secure future in college football’s next edition, nothing is more important than a president who grasps the power of athletics to enhance campus life. —Jon Wilner, The Mercury News, 13 Feb. 2025

Word History

First Known Use

1775, in the meaning defined above

Phrases Containing sustained

• self-sustained
• sustained-release
• sustained yield